HRSA_SAMHSA Industry Day_QnA.pdf

HRSA/SAMHSA Industry Day –

Consolidated Questions & Answers

1. Presentation Materials (Slides / Recording)

Question: Will the Industry Day presentation slides or recordings be shared with attendees?

Answer: As announced at the beginning of the event, presentation materials, including slide decks and recordings, will not be distributed. At the conclusion of the Industry Day, it was noted that select links to HRSA and SAMHSA program resources referenced during the presentations would be shared, and those links were provided to attendees in a follow-up email. Attendees are encouraged to monitor SAM.gov for official procurement-related information and updates.

2. Attendee List Sharing

Question: Will a list of attendees be shared for teaming or partnership purposes?

Answer: We understand the interest in connecting with other attendees for potential teaming opportunities; however, attendee lists will not be shared. Industry partners are encouraged to leverage their existing networks and publicly available resources to identify and establish potential partnerships.

3. Contract-Specific Questions – Status / Bridges / Recompetes

Question: Questions regarding specific contracts (e.g., OIT Cybersecurity, Digital Services, Section 508 support contracts).

Answer: The HRSA/SAMHSA Contracts Office does not provide contract-specific details, including information related to incumbents, bridge actions, or recompete strategies, outside of formal acquisition announcements. All official information regarding current and future opportunities will be posted on SAM.gov. Companies are encouraged to monitor the site regularly for updates.

4. Future Opportunities / Forecasting / Scope

Question: Requests for additional details on future opportunities (e.g., IT Modernization, FY26 initiatives, contract vehicles).

Answer: The HRSA/SAMHSA Contracts Office does not provide detailed information regarding future opportunities, including scope or forecasting specifics, outside of formal acquisition announcements. All official information related to upcoming opportunities will be posted on

SAM.gov, and companies are encouraged to monitor the site regularly for updates.

5. Forecast for Additional Bureaus

Question: Will HRSA provide forecasts for bureaus/offices that did not present (e.g., HAB)?

Answer: The HRSA/SAMHSA Contracts Office does not provide additional forecasting details for specific bureaus or offices outside of formal acquisition announcements. All official information related to upcoming opportunities will be posted on SAM.gov, and companies are encouraged to monitor the site regularly for updates.

6. Acquisition Strategy / Procurement Practices

Question: Will HRSA/SAMHSA use selective competition approaches (e.g., FAR Part 8 or RFI down-select methods)?

Answer: The HRSA/SAMHSA Contracts Office utilizes a range of competitive acquisition approaches, as appropriate, and in accordance with federal procurement regulations. The specific strategy for each requirement is determined based on the agency’s needs and applicable authorities, and details will be provided through official acquisition postings on SAM.gov.

7. AI Strategy & Guidance

Question: How will HRSA/SAMHSA implement the HHS AI strategy, and will guidance be provided to contractors?

Answer: In reference to OMB memo M-26-10, we are working with the CIOs office to implement the transparency, accountability, and oversight of Federal Technology in our contracts. A process and associated form are currently in the planning stages, and we expect to implement a solution into our solicitations and contracts very soon.

8. Vendor Engagement / Demonstrations

Question: How can a company request to present a product demo to HRSA?

Answer: For those companies interested in engaging with HRSA/SAMHSA, inquiries regarding

Tech Watch sessions should be submitted through AskOAMP@hrsa.gov, which serves as the official communication channel for industry engagement. While Tech Watch sessions are currently fully booked for FY26, requests are being accepted for FY27 consideration.

9. Event Logistics – Speaker Identification

Question: Who was the speaker for the SAMHSA upcoming opportunities section?

Answer: For any follow-up questions related to the presentations, companies should submit inquiries through AskOAMP@hrsa.gov, which serves as the official communication channel. To ensure consistency and transparency, direct outreach to individual speakers or program staff is discouraged.

10. Access to Event Content (Missed Attendance)

Question: Will materials be posted for those who could not attend?

Answer: Presentation materials, including slide decks and recordings, will not be distributed. The

Industry Day was intended to provide a high-level overview of agency priorities and potential areas of interest. Interested parties are encouraged to monitor SAM.gov for official information regarding current and future contract opportunities.

Looking Ahead - Industry Day 2027

We appreciate your participation and the valuable questions submitted. As we look ahead, we anticipate hosting our next Industry Day in March 2027 and encourage you to continue monitoring SAM.gov and future communications for updates and engagement opportunities.